Meaning & Definition of word "Wink"
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Wink
/wɪŋk/
noun:
- 1. A quick closing and opening of one eye.
- Example: With a mischievous wink, she finished the story.
- 2. A brief, secret signal or acknowledgment between people.
- Example: They exchanged a wink as they planned their surprise.
verb:
- 1. To close and open one eye quickly, often as a signal of shared understanding or a joke.
- Example: He gave her a wink to let her know he was joking.
- 2. To press or work an eye briefly in a playful or flirtatious manner.
- Example: She winked at him across the room, inviting him to join her.
Etymology
Middle English 'winken', from Old English 'wincian' meaning to close the eyes.
Common Phrases and Expressions
wink and you'll miss it:
An expression meaning something happens very quickly.
give someone a wink:
To make a suggestive or secret gesture towards someone.
Related Words
blink:
The rapid closing and opening of the eyelids.
eyelid:
The fold of skin that covers the eye.
Slang Meanings of wink
Meaning: To hint at something mischievous without saying it.
Example Sentence: He winked when he said he might be late, meaning he wasn't really going to be.
Meaning: To imply something flirtatious.
Example Sentence: She winked at him, making it clear she was interested.